Moko Pounamu Mere NZ Genuine Hapopo Pounamu - Te Kopahou

A stunning Mere crafted from an outstanding piece of Hapopo Pounamu. The incredible range of colour in this epic carving is remarkable and the skill of a master carver really shines through, it truly makes this piece extraordinary and a definite collector’s item. Wonderfully displayed on a handmade wrought iron base. This will be a treasured taonga for many generations.

Mere or Patu is a type of short, broad-bladed weapon in the shape of an enlarged tear drop. It was used to strike/jab an opponent in the body or the head. The Mere signifies high status and gives the owner courage and strength. It is the same design as a Patu, but the difference is a Patu is made of wood, stone, or whale bone whereas Meres are made of Greenstone Pounamu.

Hapopo- Genuine West Coast Greenstone. It's colour ranges from medium green to a dark forest green with a unique mottled texture. The name originating from Kā Umu o Hapopo (Big Bay) which is in Poutini ki te toka (South Westland).

Authentically sourced from Hokiauau/Big Bay South Westland

A quality piece to be treasured and preserved for your children and children's children.

You will receive this exact Mere. Your mere will be supplied with a stand and wooden birch box for storage and shipping.

Hand Carved Des Hetherington

Mere Size 450mm long x 112mm wide x 23mm thick

Base - 392mm x 102mm wide x 87mm high

Total height 140mm

This will be the exact piece you will receive in the photos, there may be a slight degree of colour variation based on different computer or device screen resolutions that you are viewing from.